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Befriending Your Life

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34 contributions to Befriending Your Life
🌟 Be Proactive, Not Reactive: Plan the Next 90 Days with Intention 🌟
Good morning, everyone! 🌿 Let’s focus on proactivity today. Instead of reacting to life as it comes, what if you could take charge and design your next 90 days with purpose and alignment? When you plan ahead—whether it’s big action steps, key meetings, or social media posts—you’re creating space for clarity, focus, and progress toward your goals. It’s about making sure every decision aligns with your new quest and supports the bigger picture. Here’s How to Plan Proactively: 1️⃣ Reflect on your new quest: What is your 90-day focus? What actions will help you get there? 2️⃣ Schedule big steps: Add your key meetings, deadlines, social media strategies, or personal milestones to your calendar. 3️⃣ Block time for prep: Don’t just schedule the event—schedule the time to prepare, too. This ensures you’re always ahead of the game. 4️⃣ Review weekly: Each week, check your 90-day plan and make adjustments as needed to stay aligned with your goals. ✨ Action Step: Take 30 minutes today to map out your next 90 days. Make sure your scheduled actions are directly tied to your quest, and see how it feels to have a roadmap in place. What’s one big action step you’ll schedule today to align with your 90-day quest? Share your plans below, and let’s support each other in taking proactive, purposeful steps forward! 💬👇 Remember, a proactive plan is your key to turning your intentions into achievements. Let’s own the next 90 days together, one aligned action at a time! 🌟 #BefriendYourLife #ProactivePlanning #AlignedActions #HelpToGrowInstitute
0 likes • Jan 20
This is some great food for thought.
🌟 Guard Your Calendar: Practice Saying No 🌟
Hey everyone! Let’s talk about one of the most empowering words in your toolkit: No. 🌿 When your calendar is overflowing with commitments that don’t align with your principles, values, or goals, it’s not just stressful—it’s a sign to reevaluate. Saying no isn’t about being unkind or selfish—it’s about protecting your energy, time, and focus for the things that truly matter. 💡 Why Learning to Say No Matters: - It protects your time: Your calendar reflects your priorities. If it’s packed with things that don’t serve you, there’s no room for what does. - It guards your energy: Overcommitting leads to stress and burnout, while intentional choices lead to balance. - It aligns your actions with your purpose: Every yes to something unaligned is a no to something that is. - Practice This Week: 1️⃣ Pause before saying yes: When a new request or invitation comes your way, ask yourself: Does this align with my principles, values, and goals? 2️⃣ Politely decline: If it doesn’t serve you, it’s okay to say no. Practice responses like, “Thank you, but I’m not able to commit to that right now.” 3️⃣ Reflect on how it feels: Notice the freedom and clarity that comes from protecting your time. ✨ Action Step: This week, commit to saying no at least once each day to something that doesn’t align with your path. Start small—it could be as simple as skipping a distracting task or declining an unnecessary meeting. What’s one thing you’ll say no to this week, and how will it free up your time or energy? Share your reflections below, and let’s support each other in guarding our calendars! 💬👇 Remember, every time you say no to something unaligned, you’re saying yes to a life of balance, intention, and purpose. 🌟
0 likes • Dec '24
I started feeling overwhelmed by medical appointments as December approached. I need to see my chiropractor but decided that I am taking the rest of the year off to relax and will get back to it in January. I don’t work but at times having a lot of these appointments is exhausting.
🌟 Eliminate Processed Sugar: Sweet Freedom Awaits 🌟
Hey everyone! Let’s talk about something sneaky that might be sabotaging your energy, mood, and overall well-being—processed sugar. Sure, it tastes good in the moment, but the truth is, sugar can be a real troublemaker in disguise. 🍭🚫 Why Processed Sugar is Terrible: - Energy rollercoaster: Sugar gives you a quick high, but it’s always followed by a crash. Cue the fatigue and irritability. - Inflammation central: Excess sugar contributes to inflammation in the body, which can lead to aches, pains, and even long-term health issues. - Mood swings galore: Sugar isn’t just hard on your body—it messes with your mind, too, contributing to anxiety and mood fluctuations. - But here’s the good news: You don’t have to cut out all sweetness. It’s about letting go of the processed, artificial stuff and embracing natural, nourishing alternatives instead. Try this: 1️⃣ Audit your intake: Look at your pantry and meals. How many hidden sugars are lurking in your snacks, drinks, or “healthy” foods? 2️⃣ Swap it out: Replace processed sugars with natural alternatives like honey, maple syrup, or fresh fruit. Start small—it’s about progress, not perfection. 3️⃣ Notice the difference: Pay attention to how your energy, mood, and focus improve as you reduce your sugar intake. ✨ Action Step: Commit to one small step this week—like cutting back on sugary drinks or swapping a sugary snack for fruit. Notice how it feels to make this shift. What’s one processed sugar habit you’re ready to eliminate, and what will you replace it with? Share your plan below, and let’s inspire each other to make healthier choices! 💬👇 Remember, it’s not about deprivation—it’s about choosing foods that fuel your body and mind. Let’s take this step together toward a sweeter, healthier life. 🌿✨
1 like • Dec '24
@Karolina LaBrecque it is so crazy here in the US. My ND had me eliminate sugar and we were shocked at how MOST foods have sugar in them. Even those that don’t need to have it.
🌟 Story Time: You Didn’t Choose Your History, But You Can Choose What Comes Next 🌟
Hey everyone! Let’s dive into a reflection on the stories we carry with us. We didn’t choose the past—our history, experiences, and hurts—but they’ve shaped who we are today. The question is: How have they informed your choices, and how do the stories your mind creates explain who you are? Sometimes, past hurts become the lens through which we see ourselves and the world. These stories can empower us, or they can limit us—keeping us tied to a version of ourselves that no longer fits. Reflect on Your Story: 1️⃣ What hurts have shaped you? Think of a defining experience from your past. How has it influenced the way you see yourself or the choices you’ve made? 2️⃣ What stories does your mind create? Notice the explanations your mind offers about who you are. Are they true, or are they old patterns that no longer serve you? 3️⃣ What new story can you write? Recognize that while you can’t change your history, you can choose how it informs your next chapter. ✨ Action Step: Take a few moments today to reflect on a story your mind often tells about who you are. Ask yourself: Does this story reflect my current truth, or is it time to rewrite it? What’s one past hurt that has shaped you, and how can you turn it into a source of strength for the future? Share your reflections below if you feel comfortable, and let’s support each other in reclaiming our narratives. 💬👇 Remember, you didn’t choose your history, but you hold the pen to your future. Let’s start writing stories that empower, uplift, and align with who we are becoming. 🌿✨
0 likes • Dec '24
Serious food for thought!
🌟 Turn Off Your Autopilot: Responding to Emotions with Intention 🌟
Hey everyone! Let’s talk about those moments when emotions like anxiety, sadness, frustration, or anger show up in your life. We all experience them, but here’s the question: What do you do with those feelings? How do you react when they arrive? 🌿 It’s easy to fall into autopilot—reacting without thinking, shutting down, or letting those emotions take control. But what if you could turn off autopilot and choose a different response? Try this: 1️⃣ Pause and notice: When an intense emotion shows up, pause. Take a deep breath. What are you feeling? Where do you feel it in your body? 2️⃣ Name the emotion: Give it a label—“I’m feeling frustrated,” or “I notice anxiety right now.” Simply naming it helps you create space between you and the feeling. 3️⃣ Ask yourself: What’s my usual reaction to this emotion? Do you avoid it? Lash out? Overthink it? 4️⃣ Choose intentionally: Instead of reacting, ask yourself: What’s a healthier, more intentional way to respond? This could mean stepping away for a moment, journaling, or talking it out with someone you trust. ✨ Action Step: The next time a strong emotion shows up, pause and practice these steps. Notice how turning off your autopilot feels and how it changes your experience. What’s one emotion that often triggers your autopilot? How can you respond differently next time? Share your reflections below, and let’s learn from and support each other! 💬👇 Remember, you’re not your emotions—you’re the one who gets to decide how to respond to them. Let’s turn off autopilot and take intentional steps forward. 🌟
0 likes • Dec '24
My strongest emotion seems to be grief. I really need to learn to control it. On days like today - the anniversary of my Dad’s death - I tend to let it take over my day.
0 likes • Dec '24
@Karolina LaBrecque that’s great information.
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Cyndie Paraski
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I’m a wife and Mom to 4 great adult children as well as a dog and cat. Former IT professional currently sidelines with medical issues.

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